Below are the key dates for the formal test window. Please note no requests for exceptional leave will be authorised during these times.
2025/26 academic year
Key stage 1
| Date | Activity |
|---|---|
| Week commencing Monday 8th June 2026 | Phonics screening check week
Parent info can be found here |
| KS1 Optional SATS paper | NA |
Key stage 2
The key stage 2 tests are timetabled from Monday 11th May to Thursday 14th May 2026.
Multiplication tables check
Schools must administer the multiplication tables check within the 2-week period from Monday 1st June 2026.